ONA Recipe Box -- Green Beans Amandine

Here is a makeover for the traditional Green Bean Amandine casserole that everyone loves, courtesy of Cooking Light Magazine.

Serves 8    Back to ONA Recipe Box

Ingredients

1/4 cup fat-free margarine
3 pounds green beans, trimmed
3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Preparation Instructions

Melt margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beans and sauté five minutes. Add broth, pepper and salt; bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.

Combine cornstarch and water; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in juice. Sprinkle with almonds just before serving.

Nutritional Analysis

Per 1 Cup Serving: Calories 89 Protein 4.9g Fat 1.7g Carbohydrates 15.9g Fiber 4g Sodium 402mg Calories from fat 15